<a href="mailto:lmoser@ksu.edu">By LISA MOSER </a>K-State Research and Extension news service

No matter the sport or age of an athlete, it is often recommended that at the end of the season, the body should be given time to rest. That body management strategy can apply to bulls after they’ve completed the breeding season, according to the experts at Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle Institute.

<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/10/11/replacement-heifers-pain-management-bull-management/" target="_blank">Speaking on a recent Cattle Chat podcast</a>, K-State veterinarians Bob Larson and Brian Lubbers talked about bull longevity in the herd. In this case, it was bulls coming off of summer breeding pastures in spring calving herds.

“In single-sire herds in which replacement heifers are retained, the bull will need to be replaced more frequently (than with multiple sire herds) to avoid breeding sires to their daughters,” Larson said. “In a larger herd where the mating can be controlled, bulls may be able to stay in the herd 4-6 years or even longer.”

He said regardless of the bull’s age, breeding soundness exams need to be done annually near the start of the breeding season.

“As bulls get past middle age, their fertility starts to decrease,” Larson said. “They also start to have more musculoskeletal issues because of their size, and that can lead to foot and leg problems.”

Lubbers said fall is a good time to evaluate the hooves of the bulls because hoof growth slows in the winter weather.

“Fall is a good time to do some routine hoof trimming not only from the slowed hoof growth but also if they experience an injury in the process, there is time for them to heal,” Lubbers said. “And while it isn’t common, if there is a severe injury that happens when the bull is put on the trimming table, there is time to replace him ahead of the breeding season.”

Regarding nutrition management, K-State beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster offered some recommendations.

“Yearling and two-year-old bulls are still growing, so they will need a higher quality diet than mature bulls outside of the breeding season,” Lancaster said. “But they probably don’t need supplements unless they lost a lot of weight during the breeding season, and they need to regain body condition.”

He said producers should offer good quality hay to the younger bulls. Once he is mature, his nutritional needs are less so the quality of hay can also be decreased.

“A mature bull has the lowest nutritional requirements of any animal in the herd, so he can be fed the lowest quality hay due to his maintenance needs,” Lancaster said.

Because of the different nutritional needs of cattle in the herds, Lancaster advised that producers separate the bulls from the cows when not in the breeding season.

“By leaving the bulls with the cows outside of the breeding season, nutritionally speaking, there is a risk that the bulls will get over-conditioned from eating the supplements that the cows need,” Lancaster said.

To hear the full discussion,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/10/11/replacement-heifers-pain-management-bull-management/" target="_blank">listen to Cattle Chat</a>&nbsp;on your preferred streaming platform.

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 <figcaption>K-State beef cattle experts offer strategies for caring for bulls between breeding seasons. Image Courtesy KSRE</figcaption>
 </figure><a href="mailto:lmoser@ksu.edu">By LISA MOSER </a>K-State Research and Extension news serviceNo matter the sport or age of an athlete, it is often recommended that at the end of the season, the body should be given time to rest. That body management strategy can apply to bulls after they’ve completed the breeding season, according to the experts at Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle Institute.<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/10/11/replacement-heifers-pain-management-bull-management/" target="_blank">Speaking on a recent Cattle Chat podcast</a>, K-State veterinarians Bob Larson and Brian Lubbers talked about bull longevity in the herd. In this case, it was bulls coming off of summer breeding pastures in spring calving herds.“In single-sire herds in which replacement heifers are retained, the bull will need to be replaced more frequently (than with multiple sire herds) to avoid breeding sires to their daughters,” Larson said. “In a larger herd where the mating can be controlled, bulls may be able to stay in the herd 4-6 years or even longer.”<div><iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/1sxyooyQITpyKZjXM03UeW?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>He said regardless of the bull’s age, breeding soundness exams need to be done annually near the start of the breeding season.“As bulls get past middle age, their fertility starts to decrease,” Larson said. “They also start to have more musculoskeletal issues because of their size, and that can lead to foot and leg problems.”Lubbers said fall is a good time to evaluate the hooves of the bulls because hoof growth slows in the winter weather.“Fall is a good time to do some routine hoof trimming not only from the slowed hoof growth but also if they experience an injury in the process, there is time for them to heal,” Lubbers said. “And while it isn’t common, if there is a severe injury that happens when the bull is put on the trimming table, there is time to replace him ahead of the breeding season.”Nutrition tipsRegarding nutrition management, K-State beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster offered some recommendations.“Yearling and two-year-old bulls are still growing, so they will need a higher quality diet than mature bulls outside of the breeding season,” Lancaster said. “But they probably don’t need supplements unless they lost a lot of weight during the breeding season, and they need to regain body condition.”He said producers should offer good quality hay to the younger bulls. Once he is mature, his nutritional needs are less so the quality of hay can also be decreased.“A mature bull has the lowest nutritional requirements of any animal in the herd, so he can be fed the lowest quality hay due to his maintenance needs,” Lancaster said.Because of the different nutritional needs of cattle in the herds, Lancaster advised that producers separate the bulls from the cows when not in the breeding season.“By leaving the bulls with the cows outside of the breeding season, nutritionally speaking, there is a risk that the bulls will get over-conditioned from eating the supplements that the cows need,” Lancaster said.To hear the full discussion,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/10/11/replacement-heifers-pain-management-bull-management/" target="_blank">listen to Cattle Chat</a>&nbsp;on your preferred streaming platform.

KSRE Cattle Chat: Bull management in the fall

Bethany College is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2025 Messiah Festival of the Arts, a cherished tradition that has captivated audiences for over a century. This year marks the 144th consecutive performance of Handel’s “Messiah,” the longest-running rendition of this work in North America.&nbsp;

This year, attendees can expect a fresh perspective on these beloved works while celebrating their deep-rooted significance in our community. Bethany College will perform Bach's "St. Matthew Passion" on Friday, April 11, followed by Handel's "Messiah" on Palm Sunday, April 13.&nbsp;

“For more than 140 years, the Messiah Festival has been a testament to the artistic spirit of Bethany College and our commitment to the performing arts,” said President Steve Eckman. “We are excited to continue this legacy and invite our alumni, supporters, and local community to join us in this celebration of music, art, and faith.”&nbsp;

Both performances will feature the talented members of the Bethany Oratorio Society and professional soloists. The performance of Handel’s “Messiah” will include a full orchestra, showcasing the grandeur of this piece. Responding to community input, the performance of Bach's “St. Matthew Passion” will return to Bethany Lutheran Church, an intimate venue that will allow for greater clarity and emotional depth.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Community members, alumni, and music enthusiasts are invited to join the chorus and are encouraged to participate in this collaborative musical experience. Rehearsals begin on Jan. 26 for Messiah and on Jan. 28 for “St. Matthew’s Passion.”

This year’s festival promises to be an inspiring experience, reflecting the enduring power of these classic compositions. Join us as we honor our storied tradition and celebrate the gift of music at Bethany College. For more information about this year’s festival, please visit <a href="http://messiahfestival.org">messiahfestival.org</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>SubmittedBethany College is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2025 Messiah Festival of the Arts, a cherished tradition that has captivated audiences for over a century. This year marks the 144th consecutive performance of Handel’s “Messiah,” the longest-running rendition of this work in North America.&nbsp;This year, attendees can expect a fresh perspective on these beloved works while celebrating their deep-rooted significance in our community. Bethany College will perform Bach's "St. Matthew Passion" on Friday, April 11, followed by Handel's "Messiah" on Palm Sunday, April 13.&nbsp;“For more than 140 years, the Messiah Festival has been a testament to the artistic spirit of Bethany College and our commitment to the performing arts,” said President Steve Eckman. “We are excited to continue this legacy and invite our alumni, supporters, and local community to join us in this celebration of music, art, and faith.”&nbsp;Both performances will feature the talented members of the Bethany Oratorio Society and professional soloists. The performance of Handel’s “Messiah” will include a full orchestra, showcasing the grandeur of this piece. Responding to community input, the performance of Bach's “St. Matthew Passion” will return to Bethany Lutheran Church, an intimate venue that will allow for greater clarity and emotional depth.&nbsp;&nbsp;Community members, alumni, and music enthusiasts are invited to join the chorus and are encouraged to participate in this collaborative musical experience. Rehearsals begin on Jan. 26 for Messiah and on Jan. 28 for “St. Matthew’s Passion.”This year’s festival promises to be an inspiring experience, reflecting the enduring power of these classic compositions. Join us as we honor our storied tradition and celebrate the gift of music at Bethany College. For more information about this year’s festival, please visit <a href="http://messiahfestival.org">messiahfestival.org</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bethany College set for 144th performance of Handel's 'Messiah' in 2025

On the final push for camper sales in their journey to close out, Becker Autos &amp; Trailers Camper SuperCenter in Beloit announces biggest sale ever!&nbsp; Inventory in the RV &amp; Sporting Goods store is being sold at 50% or more discount but will only be available in the store through early November.

“Usually At this time we would be in the middle of our biggest sale of the year,” said Housh, general manager of Becker Autos &amp; Trailers. “But this year being our last it’s not only our biggest sale of the year, but the biggest sale we’ve ever had.&nbsp; On an urgent quest to clear out all our remaining camper inventory, we have listed it for sale to the public at wholesale auction prices.”

In the spring, when Becker Autos &amp; Trailers announced they were to be going out of business they had nearly 140 campers on the lot.&nbsp; Down to about 30 campers, they have made a dent in their camper inventory numbers. Currently, Becker has no plans to maintain their dealership in Beloit after the first of the year.&nbsp; If their camper inventory is not sold, most will likely have to be taken to dealer auction prior to the end of the year or will put the business in an even tighter spot.&nbsp; Their 7 new campers must be sold on the lot or wholesale to other Keystone dealers.&nbsp;

“Unfortunately, we currently don’t see any change of plans for our dealership being able to continue the business. Several factors play in, and we are very sad that we can’t just continue to operate as we have over the last several years and serve our customers and our local area. But, we do really need your help in continuing this close-out process on a positive note.&nbsp; We are still here to get you the best deal around, nationwide best on most; we have great finance and extended warranty options and great training in place for when you buy! We have plans in place to ensure, that even after we are gone you are still taken care of in the ways you want to be with your camping journey!”

Becker Autos &amp; Trailers Camper SuperCenter in Beloit is currently open 9-5:30 Monday-Friday and by appointment for viewings during nights and weekends to fit your schedule.&nbsp; You can contact them by calling or texting 785-534-1227 or check out their website at BeckerAutos.com.

“Please come out and see us right away and let us know if there is anything we can do to help you in your camper, vehicle or trailer search.&nbsp; Thank you all for your business over the last 16 years in Beloit and 41 years total of Becker Autos” said Housh.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713556452302.jpeg" alt="An arial view of Becker Autos &amp; Trailers in Beloit, Kan. Image courtesy Becker Autos &amp; Trailers" />
 <figcaption>An arial view of Becker Autos &amp; Trailers in Beloit, Kan. Image courtesy Becker Autos &amp; Trailers</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedOn the final push for camper sales in their journey to close out, Becker Autos &amp; Trailers Camper SuperCenter in Beloit announces biggest sale ever!&nbsp; Inventory in the RV &amp; Sporting Goods store is being sold at 50% or more discount but will only be available in the store through early November.“Usually At this time we would be in the middle of our biggest sale of the year,” said Housh, general manager of Becker Autos &amp; Trailers. “But this year being our last it’s not only our biggest sale of the year, but the biggest sale we’ve ever had.&nbsp; On an urgent quest to clear out all our remaining camper inventory, we have listed it for sale to the public at wholesale auction prices.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729171623660.jpeg" alt="Becker Autos &amp; Trailers in Beloit, Kan. Image courtesy Becker Autos &amp; Trailers" />
 <figcaption>Becker Autos &amp; Trailers in Beloit, Kan. Image courtesy Becker Autos &amp; Trailers</figcaption>
 </figure>In the spring, when Becker Autos &amp; Trailers announced they were to be going out of business they had nearly 140 campers on the lot.&nbsp; Down to about 30 campers, they have made a dent in their camper inventory numbers. Currently, Becker has no plans to maintain their dealership in Beloit after the first of the year.&nbsp; If their camper inventory is not sold, most will likely have to be taken to dealer auction prior to the end of the year or will put the business in an even tighter spot.&nbsp; Their 7 new campers must be sold on the lot or wholesale to other Keystone dealers.&nbsp;“Unfortunately, we currently don’t see any change of plans for our dealership being able to continue the business. Several factors play in, and we are very sad that we can’t just continue to operate as we have over the last several years and serve our customers and our local area. But, we do really need your help in continuing this close-out process on a positive note.&nbsp; We are still here to get you the best deal around, nationwide best on most; we have great finance and extended warranty options and great training in place for when you buy! We have plans in place to ensure, that even after we are gone you are still taken care of in the ways you want to be with your camping journey!”Becker Autos &amp; Trailers Camper SuperCenter in Beloit is currently open 9-5:30 Monday-Friday and by appointment for viewings during nights and weekends to fit your schedule.&nbsp; You can contact them by calling or texting 785-534-1227 or check out their website at BeckerAutos.com.“Please come out and see us right away and let us know if there is anything we can do to help you in your camper, vehicle or trailer search.&nbsp; Thank you all for your business over the last 16 years in Beloit and 41 years total of Becker Autos” said Housh.

Saline County Jail Bookings, Oct. 17

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Fire Weather Watch for the Salina area, effective from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. This warning covers several counties, including Russell, Lincoln, Barton, Ellsworth, Saline, Rice, McPherson, Marion, and Chase, indicating extreme grassland fire danger.

According to the forecast, residents can expect strong winds from the south at speeds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph. Compounding the risk, relative humidity levels are expected to drop as low as 25%. 

The National Weather Service warns that if fires develop during this time, they are likely to spread rapidly and could become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged as conditions are expected to be critical.

A Fire Weather Watch is an alert that critical fire weather conditions are anticipated. Officials and fire crews in the field are advised to stay vigilant and prepare for potential emergencies. The public is encouraged to listen for updates and potential red flag warnings throughout the day.

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 <figcaption>Very High to Extreme Fire Danger Thursday</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Fire Weather Watch for the Salina area, effective from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. This warning covers several counties, including Russell, Lincoln, Barton, Ellsworth, Saline, Rice, McPherson, Marion, and Chase, indicating extreme grassland fire danger.According to the forecast, residents can expect strong winds from the south at speeds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph. Compounding the risk, relative humidity levels are expected to drop as low as 25%. The National Weather Service warns that if fires develop during this time, they are likely to spread rapidly and could become very difficult to control. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged as conditions are expected to be critical.A Fire Weather Watch is an alert that critical fire weather conditions are anticipated. Officials and fire crews in the field are advised to stay vigilant and prepare for potential emergencies. The public is encouraged to listen for updates and potential red flag warnings throughout the day.

Fire Weather Watch issued for Salina area today

SALINA —Drivers across Kansas continue to ignore the posted speed limit.

Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Ben Gardner asked on his social media account, "How do you rack up a total fine of $453 in a matter of seconds?"

"By driving 80 mph in a 40 mph zone on South Ohio Street within the city limits of Salina. Speeds like this put everyone on the road—including the driver—at serious risk."

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 </figure>SALINA —Drivers across Kansas continue to ignore the posted speed limit.Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper Ben Gardner asked on his social media account, "How do you rack up a total fine of $453 in a matter of seconds?""By driving 80 mph in a 40 mph zone on South Ohio Street within the city limits of Salina. Speeds like this put everyone on the road—including the driver—at serious risk."

KHP: Driver fined $453 for traveling 80mph on S. Ohio Street

By CADE RENSINK K-State Research and Extension

On October 12 and 13, the Central Kansas Extension District (CKD) 4-H Shooting Sports Team went to Sedgwick for the Kansas 4-H State Shotgun Match. To participate at the state level, youth must have shot an eligible score at one of several regional qualifiers earlier in the year.

In total, there were 205 4-H’ers from 27 different Extension units. Those making the trip from CKD were Bailey Mader from Bennington, Coy Malmberg, Callan Rensink, Colyer Rensink, Layton Christensen, Mayson Nagel, A.J. Noon, and Charlie Klein of Minneapolis, J.J. Riedel of Salina, and Gauge and Lane Fritz from Gypsum.

All CKD members showcased their skills in Trap Shooting. Klein, Malmberg and the two Fritzes also qualified in Skeet with Christensen joining them in Open Sporting Clays. Colyer, Layton, J.J., and Gauge shot in the Junior Division (62 youth) and all others entered in the Senior Division (143 youth).

After a long two days of competition, CKD had a good showing in all three disciplines. In the Junior Division, Gauge Fritz was 15th in Skeet, 20th in Sporting Clays and placed 16th Overall with a combined score of 219/300. For the Seniors, Lane Fritz took 2nd in Trap with a score of 98, 9th in Skeet, 2nd in Sporting Clays with an 89, and was 3rd High Overall with an aggregate score of 276/300. Callan Rensink and Coy Malmberg tied for 20th in Trap with a score of 94.

Now that the fall season is complete, CKD 4-H members will spend the winter practicing BB gun and air rifle in hopes of qualifying for state in April. Moreover, they will be looking to three-peat as a Kansas team at the 2025 Daisy National BB Gun Championship Match in Rogers, Arkansas next summer.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729092230495.jpeg" alt="Central Kansas District 4-H members competing at the 2024 Kansas 4-H State Shotgun Match near Sedgwick were: (Photo A L-R) Gauge Fritz, J.J. Riedel, lane Fritz, Charlie Klein, and Coy Malmberg" />
 <figcaption>Central Kansas District 4-H members competing at the 2024 Kansas 4-H State Shotgun Match near Sedgwick were: (Photo A L-R) Gauge Fritz, J.J. Riedel, lane Fritz, Charlie Klein, and Coy Malmberg</figcaption>
 </figure>By CADE RENSINK K-State Research and ExtensionOn October 12 and 13, the Central Kansas Extension District (CKD) 4-H Shooting Sports Team went to Sedgwick for the Kansas 4-H State Shotgun Match. To participate at the state level, youth must have shot an eligible score at one of several regional qualifiers earlier in the year.In total, there were 205 4-H’ers from 27 different Extension units. Those making the trip from CKD were Bailey Mader from Bennington, Coy Malmberg, Callan Rensink, Colyer Rensink, Layton Christensen, Mayson Nagel, A.J. Noon, and Charlie Klein of Minneapolis, J.J. Riedel of Salina, and Gauge and Lane Fritz from Gypsum.All CKD members showcased their skills in Trap Shooting. Klein, Malmberg and the two Fritzes also qualified in Skeet with Christensen joining them in Open Sporting Clays. Colyer, Layton, J.J., and Gauge shot in the Junior Division (62 youth) and all others entered in the Senior Division (143 youth).<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729092252866.jpeg" alt="Bailey Mader, Layton Christensen, A.J. Noon, Callan Rensink, Colyer Rensink, and Mayson Nagel" />
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 </figure>After a long two days of competition, CKD had a good showing in all three disciplines. In the Junior Division, Gauge Fritz was 15th in Skeet, 20th in Sporting Clays and placed 16th Overall with a combined score of 219/300. For the Seniors, Lane Fritz took 2nd in Trap with a score of 98, 9th in Skeet, 2nd in Sporting Clays with an 89, and was 3rd High Overall with an aggregate score of 276/300. Callan Rensink and Coy Malmberg tied for 20th in Trap with a score of 94.Now that the fall season is complete, CKD 4-H members will spend the winter practicing BB gun and air rifle in hopes of qualifying for state in April. Moreover, they will be looking to three-peat as a Kansas team at the 2025 Daisy National BB Gun Championship Match in Rogers, Arkansas next summer.

Local 4-H members compete at state shooting sports match

Wednesday Widespread frost before 9am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 65. Light south wind increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 24 mph.

Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 46.

Thursday Sunny, with a high near 75. Breezy.

Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 53. Breezy.

Friday Sunny with a high near 77. Breezy.

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 </figure>Wednesday Widespread frost before 9am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 65. Light south wind increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 24 mph.Wednesday Night Clear, with a low around 46.Thursday Sunny, with a high near 75. Breezy.Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 53. Breezy.Friday Sunny with a high near 77. Breezy.

NWS end of the week forecast

By NATE KING Salina Post

The Salina City Commission postponed a demolition vote for the vacant 192-room Ambassador Hotel at 1616 W. Crawford St., leaving its future uncertain after a public hearing on Oct. 14.&nbsp;

The hotel, which opened in the 1980s as the Holiday Inn Holidome and later became a Ramada before rebranding as the Ambassador, has faced years of neglect and safety violations. In July, city commissioners designated the building as a dangerous structure after a review by Dangerous Structure Specialist Sean Furbeck. This designation followed a history of violations, including unsecured entry points, structural deterioration, illegal fires, and use by vagrants. The city gave property owner Joshua Joseph two options: repair the building or proceed with its demolition.

During the Oct. 14 city commission meeting, Joseph presented a new plan, outlining a proposal to divide the existing structure into two separate buildings and complete a cleanup and partial demolition within three months, with the entire project to be finished within a year. The plans also included indoor pickleball courts between the indoor storage facilities. 

Joseph claimed to have secured $3 million in financing from Frontier State Bank in Oklahoma City, backed by a $1 million certificate of deposit.

Despite the proposal, commissioners voiced concerns. Commissioner Greg Lenkiewicz a previous presentation from Joseph in 2017, describing it as disorganized and last-minute.

READ MORE:<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d11440d8-1d3d-457f-bb9d-0340bca41660">&nbsp;Salina City Commission labels Ambassador Hotel as dangerous structure — next steps</a>

"You presented it in a manner where it wasn't in the format, it wasn't part of the agenda, it was a part of the public comment,"&nbsp; Lenkiewicz said. "It seamed like seat of the pants planning, or last minute action. It is in our best interests to explore what you have to offer, but in my opinion it's going to need to have some stipulations with it."&nbsp;

Commissioner Trent Davis questioned Joseph's experience with similar projects, to which Joseph responded by highlighting his background in hotel construction in Oklahoma and Dallas.

Commissioner Hoppock cited past issues with Joseph’s projects in Hays and Hutchinson, questioning his commitment to the Salina community.

"I guess today may be your lucky day that you are going to get a chance to do what you say you are going to do," Hoppock said. "You are on a short leash, we aren't going to put up with a lot of 'well buts.'"

The commission voted 5-0 to delay the decision until Oct. 28, 2024, giving Joseph until 5 p.m. Tuesday to provide a satisfactory loan commitment letter.

On Wednesday morning Salina Mayor Bill Longbine informed Salina Post that Andrea Properties had failed to provide sufficient financial assurances for the project.

Now, the Ambassador Hotel faces the prospect of demolition, either by Joseph or the City of Salina, with initial estimates placing the cost at $1.7 million. The city commission will revisit the situation in two weeks, when they may again consider demolishing the structure.

On Wednesday afternoon City Manage Mike Schrage said Mr. Joseph’s lender provided city staff a letter confirming that the bank has provided DFW Joseph Investments LLC a $1 million revolving line of credit and acknowledged they were “working on a second request" for Mr. Joseph in the amount of a $2 million loan.

Longbine said this did not meet the necessary threshold set by commissioners during the Monday meeting.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1712589417521.jpeg" alt="The Ambassador Hotel sits empty on West Crawford Street close to Interstate 135, on Monday, April 8, 2024. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The Ambassador Hotel sits empty on West Crawford Street close to Interstate 135, on Monday, April 8, 2024. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By NATE KING Salina PostThe Salina City Commission postponed a demolition vote for the vacant 192-room Ambassador Hotel at 1616 W. Crawford St., leaving its future uncertain after a public hearing on Oct. 14.&nbsp;The hotel, which opened in the 1980s as the Holiday Inn Holidome and later became a Ramada before rebranding as the Ambassador, has faced years of neglect and safety violations. In July, city commissioners designated the building as a dangerous structure after a review by Dangerous Structure Specialist Sean Furbeck. This designation followed a history of violations, including unsecured entry points, structural deterioration, illegal fires, and use by vagrants. The city gave property owner Joshua Joseph two options: repair the building or proceed with its demolition.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1721764688850.png" alt="Ambassador Hotel interior" />
 <figcaption>Ambassador Hotel interior</figcaption>
 </figure>During the Oct. 14 city commission meeting, Joseph presented a new plan, outlining a proposal to divide the existing structure into two separate buildings and complete a cleanup and partial demolition within three months, with the entire project to be finished within a year. The plans also included indoor pickleball courts between the indoor storage facilities. Joseph claimed to have secured $3 million in financing from Frontier State Bank in Oklahoma City, backed by a $1 million certificate of deposit.Despite the proposal, commissioners voiced concerns. Commissioner Greg Lenkiewicz a previous presentation from Joseph in 2017, describing it as disorganized and last-minute.READ MORE:<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d11440d8-1d3d-457f-bb9d-0340bca41660">&nbsp;Salina City Commission labels Ambassador Hotel as dangerous structure — next steps</a>"You presented it in a manner where it wasn't in the format, it wasn't part of the agenda, it was a part of the public comment,"&nbsp; Lenkiewicz said. "It seamed like seat of the pants planning, or last minute action. It is in our best interests to explore what you have to offer, but in my opinion it's going to need to have some stipulations with it."&nbsp;Commissioner Trent Davis questioned Joseph's experience with similar projects, to which Joseph responded by highlighting his background in hotel construction in Oklahoma and Dallas.Commissioner Hoppock cited past issues with Joseph’s projects in Hays and Hutchinson, questioning his commitment to the Salina community."I guess today may be your lucky day that you are going to get a chance to do what you say you are going to do," Hoppock said. "You are on a short leash, we aren't going to put up with a lot of 'well buts.'"The commission voted 5-0 to delay the decision until Oct. 28, 2024, giving Joseph until 5 p.m. Tuesday to provide a satisfactory loan commitment letter.On Wednesday morning Salina Mayor Bill Longbine informed Salina Post that Andrea Properties had failed to provide sufficient financial assurances for the project.Now, the Ambassador Hotel faces the prospect of demolition, either by Joseph or the City of Salina, with initial estimates placing the cost at $1.7 million. The city commission will revisit the situation in two weeks, when they may again consider demolishing the structure.On Wednesday afternoon City Manage Mike Schrage said Mr. Joseph’s lender provided city staff a letter confirming that the bank has provided DFW Joseph Investments LLC a $1 million revolving line of credit and acknowledged they were “working on a second request" for Mr. Joseph in the amount of a $2 million loan.Longbine said this did not meet the necessary threshold set by commissioners during the Monday meeting.&nbsp;

Ambassador Hotel's future remains uncertain as Salina City Commission delays demolition decision

The Salina Community, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is hosting a crucial blood drive aimed at addressing an urgent need for blood donations. This life-saving event will take place at Sunrise Presbyterian Church in the Multi-Purpose Room, located at 825 E. Beloit, Salina, KS, 67401.

-Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024: 12:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct 24, 2024: 12:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

- **Friday, Oct 25, 2024**: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Each donor will be treated to delicious ham salad sandwiches and chips, and all donors will receive a $10 Amazon E-card via email after their donation. 

Every 2 to 3 seconds, someone in the nation needs a unit of blood, highlighting the vital role volunteer donors play in ensuring blood is available for patients.

To schedule an appointment, individuals can visit <a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org">www.redcrossblood.org</a> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

For those who prefer mobile access, the Red Cross Blood Donor App enables users to schedule appointments, view their blood type and donation results, and track their donations. The app is available for download on the App Store and Google Play, or by texting BLOODAPP to 90999.

Join us in our lifesaving mission next week in Salina — your donation can make a difference.&nbsp;

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 </figure>The Salina Community, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is hosting a crucial blood drive aimed at addressing an urgent need for blood donations. This life-saving event will take place at Sunrise Presbyterian Church in the Multi-Purpose Room, located at 825 E. Beloit, Salina, KS, 67401.Blood Drive Schedule:-Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024: 12:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Thursday, Oct 24, 2024: 12:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.- **Friday, Oct 25, 2024**: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Each donor will be treated to delicious ham salad sandwiches and chips, and all donors will receive a $10 Amazon E-card via email after their donation. Every 2 to 3 seconds, someone in the nation needs a unit of blood, highlighting the vital role volunteer donors play in ensuring blood is available for patients.To schedule an appointment, individuals can visit <a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org">www.redcrossblood.org</a> or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. For those who prefer mobile access, the Red Cross Blood Donor App enables users to schedule appointments, view their blood type and donation results, and track their donations. The app is available for download on the App Store and Google Play, or by texting BLOODAPP to 90999.Join us in our lifesaving mission next week in Salina — your donation can make a difference.&nbsp;

Salina community hosts urgent Red Cross blood drive Oct. 23-25

The final totals are in from the 9th annual Fe for a Cure Race/Walk, held September 21 in support of patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center, and new records have been achieved for fundraising and participation.

Through registrations, memorial/honorary ribbon sign sales and donations, $26,439 was raised this year. An anonymous donor also contributed an additional $30,000 towards the cause, bringing total fundraising to $56,439.

Thanks to the support of the event’s sponsors, 100% of registrations and donations to Fe for a Cure are directed to enhance patient programs and services at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.

With 834 registered runners, walkers and Couch Potatoes, and 146 volunteers, new records for participation were set. Participants came from 50 Kansas communities and four states.

“We’re thrilled to see this event continue to grow, and we look forward to celebrating our 10th Anniversary for Fe for a Cure next year,” said Marla McElderry, executive director of the Salina Regional Health Foundation.

A Corporate Challenge is held in conjunction with Fe for a Cure that recognizes area Small, Mid-sized and Large businesses with the most participants. Thirty-nine different businesses participated in the Corporate Challenge this year. Winners were Jim’s Formal Wear, Small Business, 18 participants; Blue Beacon, Mid-sized Business, 26 participants; and Great Plains Manufacturing, Large Business, 79 participants.

You can find a link to individual results for this year’s race at <a href="http://www.feforacure.com">www.feforacure.com</a> along with finish line photos of participants. Watch for announcements about next year’s race by following Fe for a Cure on Facebook.

Fe for a Cure is presented by the Salina Regional Health Foundation, Meridian Media and North Salina Community Development.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729085085270.jpeg" alt="The start of the 9th Annual Fe for a Cure Race/Walk held on Sept. 21 in support of cancer patients. Photo Courtesy Fe for a Cure.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>The start of the 9th Annual Fe for a Cure Race/Walk held on Sept. 21 in support of cancer patients. Photo Courtesy Fe for a Cure.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedThe final totals are in from the 9th annual Fe for a Cure Race/Walk, held September 21 in support of patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center, and new records have been achieved for fundraising and participation.Through registrations, memorial/honorary ribbon sign sales and donations, $26,439 was raised this year. An anonymous donor also contributed an additional $30,000 towards the cause, bringing total fundraising to $56,439.Thanks to the support of the event’s sponsors, 100% of registrations and donations to Fe for a Cure are directed to enhance patient programs and services at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729085056616.jpeg" alt="Fe for a Cure volunteers blow bubbles at race participants as they make their way to the finish line.&nbsp;Photo Courtesy Fe for a Cure.&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Fe for a Cure volunteers blow bubbles at race participants as they make their way to the finish line.&nbsp;Photo Courtesy Fe for a Cure.&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>With 834 registered runners, walkers and Couch Potatoes, and 146 volunteers, new records for participation were set. Participants came from 50 Kansas communities and four states.“We’re thrilled to see this event continue to grow, and we look forward to celebrating our 10th Anniversary for Fe for a Cure next year,” said Marla McElderry, executive director of the Salina Regional Health Foundation.A Corporate Challenge is held in conjunction with Fe for a Cure that recognizes area Small, Mid-sized and Large businesses with the most participants. Thirty-nine different businesses participated in the Corporate Challenge this year. Winners were Jim’s Formal Wear, Small Business, 18 participants; Blue Beacon, Mid-sized Business, 26 participants; and Great Plains Manufacturing, Large Business, 79 participants.You can find a link to individual results for this year’s race at <a href="http://www.feforacure.com">www.feforacure.com</a> along with finish line photos of participants. Watch for announcements about next year’s race by following Fe for a Cure on Facebook.Fe for a Cure is presented by the Salina Regional Health Foundation, Meridian Media and North Salina Community Development.

Fe for a Cure Race/Walk breaks records for fundraising, participation

Submitted Salina Downtown Inc. and First Bank Kansas are hosting a free Downtown Movie Night this Saturday, October 19, at the City Lights Stage, 149 N. Santa Fe Ave. The event will feature a screening of the Halloween favorite “Hocus Pocus” beginning at dark.

Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets for the outdoor viewing experience.

Local food vendor Tacos el Cora will offer Mexican cuisine starting at 5 p.m. Popcorn and candy will also be available.

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 </figure>Submitted Salina Downtown Inc. and First Bank Kansas are hosting a free Downtown Movie Night this Saturday, October 19, at the City Lights Stage, 149 N. Santa Fe Ave. The event will feature a screening of the Halloween favorite “Hocus Pocus” beginning at dark. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets for the outdoor viewing experience.Local food vendor Tacos el Cora will offer Mexican cuisine starting at 5 p.m. Popcorn and candy will also be available.

Salina Downtown, First Bank Kansas hosting free movie night in Salina this Saturday

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Mickey, Matthew Charles

REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Alvarez, Jami Marie

REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp; Failure to Appear

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Carter, Colt Jameson

REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;&nbsp;Driving While Suspended and No Proof Of Insurance

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Ehster, Eric Scott

REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;&nbsp;Violation of protection order; Unknown circumstance

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Gamble, Emmanuel Messiah

REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;&nbsp;Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner

&nbsp;NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kincannon, Madison Kurt

REQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;&nbsp;Failure to appear; Use/poss drug paraphernalian/human bodyPoss of marijuana; 2 or more prior convictions

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Martinez, Amanda Nicole

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.<figure>
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 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Mickey, Matthew CharlesREQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation<figure>
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 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Alvarez, Jami MarieREQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation<figure>
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 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Bomar, Suzanne MarieREQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp; Failure to Appear<figure>
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 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Carter, Colt JamesonREQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;&nbsp;Driving While Suspended and No Proof Of Insurance<figure>
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 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Ehster, Eric ScottREQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;&nbsp;Violation of protection order; Unknown circumstance<figure>
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 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Gamble, Emmanuel MessiahREQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;&nbsp;Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner<figure>
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 </figure>&nbsp;NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Kincannon, Madison KurtREQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;&nbsp;Failure to appear; Use/poss drug paraphernalian/human bodyPoss of marijuana; 2 or more prior convictions<figure>
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 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Martinez, Amanda NicoleREQUESTED CHARGE(S):&nbsp;Probation Violation

Saline County Jail Bookings, Oct. 16

By&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/akaminski/">ANNA KAMINSKI</a> <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/">Kansas Reflector</a>

TOPEKA — Some of Kansas’ largest cities are struggling to gain full returns on tax increment financing districts meant to help bolster development activity and property values, a recent state&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kslpa.gov/audit-report-library/estimating-the-economic-impacts-of-tax-increment-financing-districts/" target="_blank">audit</a>&nbsp;found.

<a href="https://www.kansascommerce.gov/program/taxes-and-financing/tif/" target="_blank">TIF districts</a>, as they are called, are intended to fund real estate projects that otherwise wouldn’t exist. The idea is that the development will increase property values in the designated district, resulting in higher property tax collections that are used to pay off the bonds that financed the project.

State auditors surveyed six TIF districts from Kansas’ largest cities and found that half did not recover their costs in a timely manner. Most experienced construction delays and recorded increased crime rates after development finished. At least one city calculated its TIF collection incorrectly.

Auditors presented their findings to legislators at an Oct. 7 committee hearing. Most of the districts surveyed saw benefits, but whether those benefits were worth the investment is subjective, the audit found.

Two cities, Wichita and Topeka, aren’t likely to recover the costs of three projects through TIF revenue by the end of the districts’ lifetimes.

In Topeka, the general fund is covering an estimated 40% of the city costs associated with the College Hill TIF project, the audit found. In Wichita, two projects have experienced construction delays and the projects haven’t generated as much TIF revenue as anticipated. One of those projects, the Douglas and Hillside TIF district, was $1.8 million behind on debt service payments as of 2022, but the city said the debt will be fully financed by 2027, according to the audit. The other project, the Ken Mar TIF district, was $420,000 behind on payments as of 2022 and developers have been tied up in litigation with the city.

“If a city cannot pay off debt obligations on time, then its overall cost from the TIF project may increase as it accrues additional interest,” according to the audit. “The use of other city funds to help cover shortfalls may leave less funding for other purposes.”

Lawmakers expressed frustrations with the lack of comprehensive statewide data measuring the success of economic initiatives and said they’d like to see the Kansas Department of Commerce take up the task to enhance transparency. State law doesn’t currently have any data collection or goal requirements for TIF districts, the audit found.

Sen. Mike Thompson, a Republican who represents parts of Johnson and Wyandotte counties, said he’s in favor of a database that includes a measurement of the burden TIF districts impose on taxpayers to help in local government decision-making.

“It would be nice if we asked the commerce department to include this so when we’re looking at our various communities it becomes much easier for our budget people to see what kind of burden we’re putting on the taxpayers,” Thompson said.

Stan Longhofer, a Wichita State University professor and finance director for the&nbsp;<a href="https://realestate.wichita.edu/" target="_blank">WSU Center for Real Estate</a>, said TIF districts work well when a locale, a neighborhood or a piece of property is in decline or on the verge of decline.

When property values in an area are stagnated or flat, and a developer can’t make a project viable, TIF fills the gaps. Longhofer believes redevelopment projects are the most appropriate contenders for TIF districts, but redevelopment isn’t a requirement under Kansas’ TIF statute.

“If it’s a green field development, it shouldn’t be a TIF,” he said.

The nature of TIF districts and their “but for” standard, which refers to the idea that a development wouldn’t occur but for incentives, made it difficult for auditors to gauge the full success of the districts surveyed. It’s difficult to know for certain whether property values surrounding a TIF district increased because of the district or because of other factors, Longhofer said.

“It relies almost entirely on what-ifs,” he said.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729002086557.jpeg" alt="Sen. Mike Thompson, a Shawnee Republican, wants the Kansas Department of Commerce to track the success of economic initiatives like tax increment financing districts to evaluate the full burden on taxpayers. (Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector)" />
 <figcaption>Sen. Mike Thompson, a Shawnee Republican, wants the Kansas Department of Commerce to track the success of economic initiatives like tax increment financing districts to evaluate the full burden on taxpayers. (Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector)</figcaption>
 </figure>By&nbsp;<a href="https://kansasreflector.com/author/akaminski/">ANNA KAMINSKI</a> <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/">Kansas Reflector</a>TOPEKA — Some of Kansas’ largest cities are struggling to gain full returns on tax increment financing districts meant to help bolster development activity and property values, a recent state&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kslpa.gov/audit-report-library/estimating-the-economic-impacts-of-tax-increment-financing-districts/" target="_blank">audit</a>&nbsp;found.<a href="https://www.kansascommerce.gov/program/taxes-and-financing/tif/" target="_blank">TIF districts</a>, as they are called, are intended to fund real estate projects that otherwise wouldn’t exist. The idea is that the development will increase property values in the designated district, resulting in higher property tax collections that are used to pay off the bonds that financed the project.State auditors surveyed six TIF districts from Kansas’ largest cities and found that half did not recover their costs in a timely manner. Most experienced construction delays and recorded increased crime rates after development finished. At least one city calculated its TIF collection incorrectly.<div><iframe width="100%" height="166" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A//api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1934986616&color=ff5500"></iframe><div style="font-size: 10px; color: #cccccc;line-break: anywhere;word-break: normal;overflow: hidden;white-space: nowrap;text-overflow: ellipsis; font-family: Interstate,Lucida Grande,Lucida Sans Unicode,Lucida Sans,Garuda,Verdana,Tahoma,sans-serif;font-weight: 100;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/kansas-reflector-podcast" title="Reflector Podcast" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">Reflector Podcast</a> · <a href="https://soundcloud.com/kansas-reflector-podcast/2024-10-14-podcast" title="Kansas legislators question effectiveness of TIF districts" target="_blank" style="color: #cccccc; text-decoration: none;">Kansas legislators question effectiveness of TIF districts</a></div></div>Auditors presented their findings to legislators at an Oct. 7 committee hearing. Most of the districts surveyed saw benefits, but whether those benefits were worth the investment is subjective, the audit found.Two cities, Wichita and Topeka, aren’t likely to recover the costs of three projects through TIF revenue by the end of the districts’ lifetimes.In Topeka, the general fund is covering an estimated 40% of the city costs associated with the College Hill TIF project, the audit found. In Wichita, two projects have experienced construction delays and the projects haven’t generated as much TIF revenue as anticipated. One of those projects, the Douglas and Hillside TIF district, was $1.8 million behind on debt service payments as of 2022, but the city said the debt will be fully financed by 2027, according to the audit. The other project, the Ken Mar TIF district, was $420,000 behind on payments as of 2022 and developers have been tied up in litigation with the city.“If a city cannot pay off debt obligations on time, then its overall cost from the TIF project may increase as it accrues additional interest,” according to the audit. “The use of other city funds to help cover shortfalls may leave less funding for other purposes.”Lawmakers expressed frustrations with the lack of comprehensive statewide data measuring the success of economic initiatives and said they’d like to see the Kansas Department of Commerce take up the task to enhance transparency. State law doesn’t currently have any data collection or goal requirements for TIF districts, the audit found.Sen. Mike Thompson, a Republican who represents parts of Johnson and Wyandotte counties, said he’s in favor of a database that includes a measurement of the burden TIF districts impose on taxpayers to help in local government decision-making.“It would be nice if we asked the commerce department to include this so when we’re looking at our various communities it becomes much easier for our budget people to see what kind of burden we’re putting on the taxpayers,” Thompson said.Stan Longhofer, a Wichita State University professor and finance director for the&nbsp;<a href="https://realestate.wichita.edu/" target="_blank">WSU Center for Real Estate</a>, said TIF districts work well when a locale, a neighborhood or a piece of property is in decline or on the verge of decline.When property values in an area are stagnated or flat, and a developer can’t make a project viable, TIF fills the gaps. Longhofer believes redevelopment projects are the most appropriate contenders for TIF districts, but redevelopment isn’t a requirement under Kansas’ TIF statute.“If it’s a green field development, it shouldn’t be a TIF,” he said.The nature of TIF districts and their “but for” standard, which refers to the idea that a development wouldn’t occur but for incentives, made it difficult for auditors to gauge the full success of the districts surveyed. It’s difficult to know for certain whether property values surrounding a TIF district increased because of the district or because of other factors, Longhofer said.“It relies almost entirely on what-ifs,” he said.

Audit of Kansas TIF districts reveals delays in returns, increased crime rates

By NATE KING Salina Post

Multiple emergency agencies, including the Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad, came together at the Ottawa County State Lake on Sunday for a large-scale training exercise simulating a domestic violence shooting. 

The exercise highlighted the critical need for swift cross-county communication in emergencies. The scenario tested the patrol volunteers under high-pressure conditions, ensuring they are prepared to respond effectively when a real crisis, or multiple events occur at once.

The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office, Ottawa County Fire District #4, Minneapolis EMS, Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad, and a game warden from the Kansas Department of Wildlife all participated in the exercise.

Bennington Fire Chief Brian Breese was the first fire/EMS to arrive at the simulated scene and immediately took on the role of the incident commander. Ryan Murphy, a volunteer with Saline County Sheriff Mounted Patrol and Rescue Team, informed the press about the severity of the scenario and how response and search teams were being set out. 

"The scenario was a domestic violence shooting out here at the lake. We saw one woman who was lying down. There was one deceased person, and then just right behind you, there was another gunshot victim to her leg," Murphy said.

EMS teams quickly assessed the gunshot victim's wounds and applied a tourniquet to her leg. EMS established a triage site, and two search boats were prepared to launch. 

"There's an eight-year-old kid that's missing and possibly other victims that they haven't found that," Murphy said. "It could have happened because they heard the gunshots and took off running, maybe a ricochet round."

The Saline County Mounted Patrol deployed its "swift water" boat and began patrolling the shoreline looking for victims, including the missing boy.

"The swift water boat has a 30 horsepower motor on the back, but it's a jet drive, so it's the equivalent of a 40 horsepower," Murphy said. "We can actually take that into white water conditions. The swift watercraft is a rigid inflatable boat with an aluminum bottom."

First responders used the swift watercraft to transport a vital team member from one side of the lake to the other — Leroy, the bloodhound. Leroy is a scent-specific trailing dog, which means he is trained to follow the scent of a specific person and ignore all other distractions. Leroy was able to find the missing boy.

"They are to ignore everything else and follow the right person. So today, they went through a crowd and went right to the right kid. That's his job," Waddle said. "He rode back on the boat just as an opportunity for him to experience being on the boat because that's nothing he's ever done until tonight."

Another four-legged team member on the job for the training was Mac. 

"Mac is a live find, wide area search dog," Waddle said. "He works off-leash, and we deploy him off the boat, and he goes and runs wild and finds anybody that's alive and sits there and barks." 

As first responders continued to look for other victims, Murphy informed members of the press that the suspect in the scenario was in custody. 

"I heard on the radio the suspect has been taken into custody, and they actually, because of the struggle that happened, they have canine bites on one leg, and then they actually have tasered arms in their back that EMS will have to take care of," Murphy said. 

Throughout the scenario, Murphy held a deck of cards with written incidents and situations that would trigger certain events within the simulation. One of the cards triggered an incident that left one of the EMS ambulances with a flat tire and unable to move.

"We try to make the scenarios real world and a lot bigger than what people are used to," Murphy said. "You want to utilize all aspects. The Fire Department just showed up. They're going to help with searching for more victims. Both EMS agencies are on scene, and they are treating the wounded, and then the mounted patrol is here, and they're launching their boat to do a shoreline search to see if they can find any victims that might be on the shore or they jumped in the water."

While deputies and emergency responders worked on land, Saline County Mounted Patrol divers took to the water in search of a discarded firearm. Luckily, mounted patrol dive team member Preston Crawford located the pistol in the lake's shallows. He quickly placed it in a sealed bag under the custody of the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office.

Also included in the exercise was a simulated car accident with vehicle passengers who were simulated relatives of those involved in the scenario's domestic incident.

"They were coming to check on their friends and family involved in the other part of this scenario, and the stress of this situation caused one of the ladies in the vehicle, who is simulated as 37 weeks pregnant, to go into labor," Murphy said. 

Using the jaws of life, firefighters broke open the door, allowing the passengers to escape, and EMS took the pregnant woman to the hospital.

Bill Cooke, commander of the Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol Rescue Squad, was proud of his team's response, energy, and communication during the scenario. 

 "We have a dive team, so if necessary, we can go underwater to find evidence and bodies, if need be," Cooke said. "Fortunately, here at this lake, the water wasn't real deep. We have an underwater metal detector, so a diver can put that on and go about 100 meters deep if needed. We've looked over at Milford and several streams and rivers around, trying to find evidence."

To Cooke's knowledge, few organizations in Kansas provide dive rescue services to law enforcement and fire departments. 

"I think maybe the fire department in Junction City has added a few divers, but there's just a lot of that here in Kansas, partly because no one really likes to dive in Kansas because it's like chocolate milk," Cooke said. "You can't see anything. So everything we do is by feel. Again, the underwater sonar helps us locate things a little bit easier."

Cooke, who has volunteered with the mounted patrol since 2007, said although no horses were needed for this particular scenario, there are situations where horses are useful.

"If we would have been out in a big field and we were trying to search, we probably would have brought the horses because the elevation on a horse gives us the opportunity to maybe see better than guys walking in the ground," Cooke said.

Cooke said the mounted patrol helps respond to cattle rescues during the winter, especially during incidents like trailer rollovers on icy roads.

"We have the ability, with cattle panels, to go out assist the fire department in cutting open the trailer, and then with our horses, and with the equipment we have, we're able to get the cattle out of the trailer so that they can be taken off to a holding yard somewhere," Cooke said. "Last winter at I-135 and I-70, there was one that rolled over, and we went out and helped recover those cattle."

The Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol operates entirely on a volunteer basis, with some members serving as deputies. The team is divided into two groups: "level ones," who have full law enforcement capabilities, and "level twos," who assist with non-law enforcement tasks. The mounted patrol frequently collaborates with local law enforcement and fire departments, often helping to secure crime scenes or assist in ice rescues.

"We back them up, and it's nice that the agencies work together, just like this today; this the first time we've had the opportunity to be up here. But I mean, if these guys call, we'll be here anytime we can help out," Cooke said. 

The Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol Rescue Squad meets on the second Monday of every month at 1020 West North Street, near the intersection of North and Broadway in Salina. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m., and anyone interested in learning more or volunteering is welcome to attend.

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=saline%20county%20sheriffs%20mounted%20patrol%20and%20rescue%20squad">Find out more at the Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad's Facebook page here. </a>

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jHTVB7gyiCg?si=CCUh5E_FVDJPVt2C" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>By NATE KING Salina PostMultiple emergency agencies, including the Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad, came together at the Ottawa County State Lake on Sunday for a large-scale training exercise simulating a domestic violence shooting. The exercise highlighted the critical need for swift cross-county communication in emergencies. The scenario tested the patrol volunteers under high-pressure conditions, ensuring they are prepared to respond effectively when a real crisis, or multiple events occur at once.The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office, Ottawa County Fire District #4, Minneapolis EMS, Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad, and a game warden from the Kansas Department of Wildlife all participated in the exercise.Bennington Fire Chief Brian Breese was the first fire/EMS to arrive at the simulated scene and immediately took on the role of the incident commander. Ryan Murphy, a volunteer with Saline County Sheriff Mounted Patrol and Rescue Team, informed the press about the severity of the scenario and how response and search teams were being set out. "The scenario was a domestic violence shooting out here at the lake. We saw one woman who was lying down. There was one deceased person, and then just right behind you, there was another gunshot victim to her leg," Murphy said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728663785015.jpeg" alt="Ottawa County Fire Rescue teams treat a woman for a simulated gunshot wound during the scenario on Oct. 6 2024 at the Ottawa County State Lake. Photo by NATE KING" />
 <figcaption>Ottawa County Fire Rescue teams treat a woman for a simulated gunshot wound during the scenario on Oct. 6 2024 at the Ottawa County State Lake. Photo by NATE KING</figcaption>
 </figure>EMS teams quickly assessed the gunshot victim's wounds and applied a tourniquet to her leg. EMS established a triage site, and two search boats were prepared to launch. "There's an eight-year-old kid that's missing and possibly other victims that they haven't found that," Murphy said. "It could have happened because they heard the gunshots and took off running, maybe a ricochet round."The Saline County Mounted Patrol deployed its "swift water" boat and began patrolling the shoreline looking for victims, including the missing boy.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728663717247.jpeg" alt="Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad deploys the swift water boat during the exercise held on Oct. 6.&nbsp;Photo by NATE KING" />
 <figcaption>Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad deploys the swift water boat during the exercise held on Oct. 6.&nbsp;Photo by NATE KING</figcaption>
 </figure>"The swift water boat has a 30 horsepower motor on the back, but it's a jet drive, so it's the equivalent of a 40 horsepower," Murphy said. "We can actually take that into white water conditions. The swift watercraft is a rigid inflatable boat with an aluminum bottom."First responders used the swift watercraft to transport a vital team member from one side of the lake to the other — Leroy, the bloodhound. Leroy is a scent-specific trailing dog, which means he is trained to follow the scent of a specific person and ignore all other distractions. Leroy was able to find the missing boy."They are to ignore everything else and follow the right person. So today, they went through a crowd and went right to the right kid. That's his job," Waddle said. "He rode back on the boat just as an opportunity for him to experience being on the boat because that's nothing he's ever done until tonight."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728663958658.jpeg" alt="Leroy exits the swiftwater boat for the first time. Sunday's exercise marked the first time he had been on a boat.&nbsp;Photo by NATE KING" />
 <figcaption>Leroy exits the swiftwater boat for the first time. Sunday's exercise marked the first time he had been on a boat.&nbsp;Photo by NATE KING</figcaption>
 </figure>Another four-legged team member on the job for the training was Mac. "Mac is a live find, wide area search dog," Waddle said. "He works off-leash, and we deploy him off the boat, and he goes and runs wild and finds anybody that's alive and sits there and barks." As first responders continued to look for other victims, Murphy informed members of the press that the suspect in the scenario was in custody. "I heard on the radio the suspect has been taken into custody, and they actually, because of the struggle that happened, they have canine bites on one leg, and then they actually have tasered arms in their back that EMS will have to take care of," Murphy said. Throughout the scenario, Murphy held a deck of cards with written incidents and situations that would trigger certain events within the simulation. One of the cards triggered an incident that left one of the EMS ambulances with a flat tire and unable to move.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728663989896.jpeg" alt="First responders assess the scene at Ottawa County Lake.Photo by NATE KING" />
 <figcaption>First responders assess the scene at Ottawa County Lake.Photo by NATE KING</figcaption>
 </figure>"We try to make the scenarios real world and a lot bigger than what people are used to," Murphy said. "You want to utilize all aspects. The Fire Department just showed up. They're going to help with searching for more victims. Both EMS agencies are on scene, and they are treating the wounded, and then the mounted patrol is here, and they're launching their boat to do a shoreline search to see if they can find any victims that might be on the shore or they jumped in the water."While deputies and emergency responders worked on land, Saline County Mounted Patrol divers took to the water in search of a discarded firearm. Luckily, mounted patrol dive team member Preston Crawford located the pistol in the lake's shallows. He quickly placed it in a sealed bag under the custody of the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728664129491.jpeg" alt="Ottawa County Fire teams place a woman on a stretcher following a simulated vehicle accident with a pregnant woman as a passenger.Photo by NATE KING" />
 <figcaption>Ottawa County Fire teams place a woman on a stretcher following a simulated vehicle accident with a pregnant woman as a passenger.Photo by NATE KING</figcaption>
 </figure>Also included in the exercise was a simulated car accident with vehicle passengers who were simulated relatives of those involved in the scenario's domestic incident."They were coming to check on their friends and family involved in the other part of this scenario, and the stress of this situation caused one of the ladies in the vehicle, who is simulated as 37 weeks pregnant, to go into labor," Murphy said. Using the jaws of life, firefighters broke open the door, allowing the passengers to escape, and EMS took the pregnant woman to the hospital.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728664149327.jpeg" alt="Firefighters use the jaws of life to help free trapped passengers during a training exercise held at Ottawa County Lake on Oct. 6.Photo by NATE KING" />
 <figcaption>Firefighters use the jaws of life to help free trapped passengers during a training exercise held at Ottawa County Lake on Oct. 6.Photo by NATE KING</figcaption>
 </figure>Bill Cooke, commander of the Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol Rescue Squad, was proud of his team's response, energy, and communication during the scenario. "We have a dive team, so if necessary, we can go underwater to find evidence and bodies, if need be," Cooke said. "Fortunately, here at this lake, the water wasn't real deep. We have an underwater metal detector, so a diver can put that on and go about 100 meters deep if needed. We've looked over at Milford and several streams and rivers around, trying to find evidence."To Cooke's knowledge, few organizations in Kansas provide dive rescue services to law enforcement and fire departments. "I think maybe the fire department in Junction City has added a few divers, but there's just a lot of that here in Kansas, partly because no one really likes to dive in Kansas because it's like chocolate milk," Cooke said. "You can't see anything. So everything we do is by feel. Again, the underwater sonar helps us locate things a little bit easier."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728664494115.jpeg" alt="Bill Cooke, pictured holding a metal detector, scans the ground to detect evidentiary bullet casings and fragments. Photo by NATE KING" />
 <figcaption>Bill Cooke, pictured holding a metal detector, scans the ground to detect evidentiary bullet casings and fragments. Photo by NATE KING</figcaption>
 </figure>Cooke, who has volunteered with the mounted patrol since 2007, said although no horses were needed for this particular scenario, there are situations where horses are useful."If we would have been out in a big field and we were trying to search, we probably would have brought the horses because the elevation on a horse gives us the opportunity to maybe see better than guys walking in the ground," Cooke said.Cooke said the mounted patrol helps respond to cattle rescues during the winter, especially during incidents like trailer rollovers on icy roads."We have the ability, with cattle panels, to go out assist the fire department in cutting open the trailer, and then with our horses, and with the equipment we have, we're able to get the cattle out of the trailer so that they can be taken off to a holding yard somewhere," Cooke said. "Last winter at I-135 and I-70, there was one that rolled over, and we went out and helped recover those cattle."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728664401898.jpeg" alt=" Photo courtesy the Kansas Highway Patrol Troop C Dec. 30 2022 " />
 <figcaption> Photo courtesy the Kansas Highway Patrol Troop C Dec. 30 2022 </figcaption>
 </figure>The Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol operates entirely on a volunteer basis, with some members serving as deputies. The team is divided into two groups: "level ones," who have full law enforcement capabilities, and "level twos," who assist with non-law enforcement tasks. The mounted patrol frequently collaborates with local law enforcement and fire departments, often helping to secure crime scenes or assist in ice rescues."We back them up, and it's nice that the agencies work together, just like this today; this the first time we've had the opportunity to be up here. But I mean, if these guys call, we'll be here anytime we can help out," Cooke said. The Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol Rescue Squad meets on the second Monday of every month at 1020 West North Street, near the intersection of North and Broadway in Salina. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m., and anyone interested in learning more or volunteering is welcome to attend.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=saline%20county%20sheriffs%20mounted%20patrol%20and%20rescue%20squad">Find out more at the Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad's Facebook page here. </a>

 Saline County Mounted Patrol Rescue Squad joins local agencies for large-scale emergency training exercise 

Submitted Celebrating its 20th year, the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business Hall of Fame is proud to announce three prominent Salina businesspersons scheduled to be inducted into the 2024 class.&nbsp; They are: Moses Stiefel, co-founder of Stiefel Brothers and Company (Pioneer Category, 1858-1945); Paul Mai, founder of Mai Family Companies (Historic Category, 1946-1999); and Frieda Mai Weis, founder of PKM Steel Services (Contemporary Category, 2000-present)

In addition to the Business Hall of Fame Inductees, the Business Hall of Fame Task Force is excited to announce the Spirit of Salina Award recipient. This award, which was created in 2022, was developed to recognize an emerging entrepreneur in Saline County. The entrepreneur selected will represent the “best of the best” in terms of overcoming obstacles, believing in their dreams, taking risks, and persisting as a small business owner.&nbsp;They&nbsp;embody a spirit-the entrepreneurial spirit of Salina – and those that have come before. This year’s recipient will be&nbsp;announced at the induction ceremony.

The induction ceremony will be held Tuesday, November 5, 2024 from noon - 1:30 p.m., at the Salina Country Club. Carl Ice, President and CEO of BNSF Railway, will be the featured speaker.

The Salina Business Hall of Fame was established by the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce in 2005. Its purpose is to recognize and honor Salina business leaders, both past and present, who have made extraordinary contributions to Salina, earned the respect of the local community and called attention to the Free Enterprise system and its value to our country and citizens in shaping Salina’s way of life.

Each inductee will be recognized with a commemorative plaque. In addition, plaques honoring each inductee will be displayed at the Chamber office, 120 W. Ash.&nbsp; “The caliber of those that get inducted into the Business Hall of Fame is so high because these are not just people who have achieved success in business, but also who have made integral contributions to the success of the entire community,” Renee Duxler, president and CEO of the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce said, “This 2024 class of inductees is particularly exceptional with the imprint that they’ve left on Salina and we’re thrilled to be able to celebrate them.”

Tickets for the induction ceremony are $35 per person and can be purchased by registering online on the Chamber’s website at www.salinakansas.org, or by calling the Chamber office at 785-827-9310 ext. 124, or by emailing Stephanie Gillig at sgillig@salinakansas.org.

Past inductees include: (Pioneer) Henry David Lee, Alexander Campbell, Oscar Seitz, Winfield Watson, Benjamin Aaron Litowich; William R. Geis, William A. Phillips, Thomas Watson Roach, Charles R. Underwood, Frank Hageman, Heerman H. Sudendorf, Arthur M. Claflin, and August (AJ) Holmquist

(Historic) Ward A. Marshall, William Henry Graves, John J. Vanier, M.J. Kennedy, Milton Morrison, Charles W. Shaver, C. William “Bill” Exline, Murray Wilson, Ralph E. Reitz, S. Dean Evans, Sr., Whitley Austin, Ben Sellers, George L. Frisbie, Verla Nesbitt Joscelyn, Baalis Kyger Smoot, Robert J. Laubengayer, Dan Bolen, Milton Stiefel, Frank Norton, Mabel Shelton, Mel Jarvis, and Quintin Applequist

(Contemporary) Alfred P.G. Schwan, Charlie Walker, Roy Applequist, Lee Young, Paul E. Junk, Jack Vanier, James R. Allen, Richard E. Brown, Karl Stutterheim, Mike Berkley, Charles E. Stevens, Jr., Thomas Pestinger, Sidney A. Reitz, Timothy M. Rogers, Mel and Marge Bergkamp, Stephen Ryan, Larry Triplett, Mike Beatty, and Mark and Julie Miller.

Past Spirit of Salina recipients: Tyler Gallagher/Seraphim Bread (2022), Gustaf Applequist/Fili Creative (2023)

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687965982410.jpeg" alt="Salina Area Chamber of Commerce" />
 <figcaption>Salina Area Chamber of Commerce</figcaption>
 </figure>Submitted Celebrating its 20th year, the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business Hall of Fame is proud to announce three prominent Salina businesspersons scheduled to be inducted into the 2024 class.&nbsp; They are: Moses Stiefel, co-founder of Stiefel Brothers and Company (Pioneer Category, 1858-1945); Paul Mai, founder of Mai Family Companies (Historic Category, 1946-1999); and Frieda Mai Weis, founder of PKM Steel Services (Contemporary Category, 2000-present) In addition to the Business Hall of Fame Inductees, the Business Hall of Fame Task Force is excited to announce the Spirit of Salina Award recipient. This award, which was created in 2022, was developed to recognize an emerging entrepreneur in Saline County. The entrepreneur selected will represent the “best of the best” in terms of overcoming obstacles, believing in their dreams, taking risks, and persisting as a small business owner.&nbsp;They&nbsp;embody a spirit-the entrepreneurial spirit of Salina – and those that have come before. This year’s recipient will be&nbsp;announced at the induction ceremony. The induction ceremony will be held Tuesday, November 5, 2024 from noon - 1:30 p.m., at the Salina Country Club. Carl Ice, President and CEO of BNSF Railway, will be the featured speaker.The Salina Business Hall of Fame was established by the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce in 2005. Its purpose is to recognize and honor Salina business leaders, both past and present, who have made extraordinary contributions to Salina, earned the respect of the local community and called attention to the Free Enterprise system and its value to our country and citizens in shaping Salina’s way of life.Each inductee will be recognized with a commemorative plaque. In addition, plaques honoring each inductee will be displayed at the Chamber office, 120 W. Ash.&nbsp; “The caliber of those that get inducted into the Business Hall of Fame is so high because these are not just people who have achieved success in business, but also who have made integral contributions to the success of the entire community,” Renee Duxler, president and CEO of the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce said, “This 2024 class of inductees is particularly exceptional with the imprint that they’ve left on Salina and we’re thrilled to be able to celebrate them.”Tickets for the induction ceremony are $35 per person and can be purchased by registering online on the Chamber’s website at www.salinakansas.org, or by calling the Chamber office at 785-827-9310 ext. 124, or by emailing Stephanie Gillig at sgillig@salinakansas.org.Past inductees include: (Pioneer) Henry David Lee, Alexander Campbell, Oscar Seitz, Winfield Watson, Benjamin Aaron Litowich; William R. Geis, William A. Phillips, Thomas Watson Roach, Charles R. Underwood, Frank Hageman, Heerman H. Sudendorf, Arthur M. Claflin, and August (AJ) Holmquist(Historic) Ward A. Marshall, William Henry Graves, John J. Vanier, M.J. Kennedy, Milton Morrison, Charles W. Shaver, C. William “Bill” Exline, Murray Wilson, Ralph E. Reitz, S. Dean Evans, Sr., Whitley Austin, Ben Sellers, George L. Frisbie, Verla Nesbitt Joscelyn, Baalis Kyger Smoot, Robert J. Laubengayer, Dan Bolen, Milton Stiefel, Frank Norton, Mabel Shelton, Mel Jarvis, and Quintin Applequist(Contemporary) Alfred P.G. Schwan, Charlie Walker, Roy Applequist, Lee Young, Paul E. Junk, Jack Vanier, James R. Allen, Richard E. Brown, Karl Stutterheim, Mike Berkley, Charles E. Stevens, Jr., Thomas Pestinger, Sidney A. Reitz, Timothy M. Rogers, Mel and Marge Bergkamp, Stephen Ryan, Larry Triplett, Mike Beatty, and Mark and Julie Miller.Past Spirit of Salina recipients: Tyler Gallagher/Seraphim Bread (2022), Gustaf Applequist/Fili Creative (2023)

Salina Chamber announces local ‘2024 Business Hall of Fame’ inductees

A new list of Salina's Most Wanted will be published by the Salina Post every month on the first Sunday. The Salina's Most Wanted is generated by the Saline County Sheriff's Office. Salina Post will publish the Most Wanted list on the first Sunday of each month and will re-post the list throughout the month.&nbsp;

NAME:Emma Elyse Allen CHARGE(S): Felony possession of opiate / DUI

NAME: Karla Kristina Ames CHARGE(S): Felony FTA theft

NAME: Daniel Lee Burd CHARGE(S): Felony PV possession of opiate / interference with LEO / flee and elude LEO

NAME: Austin Leroy Calp CHARGE(S): Felony burglary X4 / theft X5 / DTP / DWS / no insurance / no vehicle registration

NAME: Lance Jeffery Clemence CHARGE(S): Felony interference with LEO / assault X2

A new list of Salina's Most Wanted will be published by the Salina Post every month on the first Sunday. The Salina's Most Wanted is generated by the Saline County Sheriff's Office. Salina Post will publish the Most Wanted list on the first Sunday of each month and will re-post the list throughout the month.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220265939.jpeg" alt="ALLEN EMMA" />
 <figcaption>ALLEN EMMA</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:Emma Elyse Allen CHARGE(S): Felony possession of opiate / DUI<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220291843.jpeg" alt="AMES KARLA" />
 <figcaption>AMES KARLA</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Karla Kristina Ames CHARGE(S): Felony FTA theft<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220321811.jpeg" alt="BURD DANIEL" />
 <figcaption>BURD DANIEL</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Daniel Lee Burd CHARGE(S): Felony PV possession of opiate / interference with LEO / flee and elude LEO<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220343133.jpeg" alt="CALP AUSTIN" />
 <figcaption>CALP AUSTIN</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Austin Leroy Calp CHARGE(S): Felony burglary X4 / theft X5 / DTP / DWS / no insurance / no vehicle registration<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220362817.jpeg" alt="CLEMENCE LANCE" />
 <figcaption>CLEMENCE LANCE</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Lance Jeffery Clemence CHARGE(S): Felony interference with LEO / assault X2<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220398583.jpeg" alt="EARNEST ERIC" />
 <figcaption>EARNEST ERIC</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Eric Jordan Kevin Earnest CHARGE(S): Felony rape / DV battery / trespassing<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220422988.jpeg" alt="ESTRADA JACK" />
 <figcaption>ESTRADA JACK</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Jack Estrada CHARGE(S): Felony FTA interfere with LEO / fail to report accident / no DL / no vehicle registration / other traffic charges<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220448506.jpeg" alt="GOSHA DESHAWN" />
 <figcaption>GOSHA DESHAWN</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Deshawn Eugene Gosha CHARGE(S): Felony PV aggravated DV battery<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220473421.jpeg" alt="HARWELL RICHARD" />
 <figcaption>HARWELL RICHARD</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Richard Preston Harwell CHARGE(S): Felony FTA / possession of opiate / paraphernalia / no drug tax stamp / recruiting criminal street gang membership4<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220498955.jpeg" alt="HELLER JOSEY" />
 <figcaption>HELLER JOSEY</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Josey Collette Heller CHARGE(S): Felony attempt distribution of methamphetamine / paraphernalia / possession of hydrocodone / possession of marijuana / use of cell phone in felony / no drug tax stamp<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220524823.jpeg" alt="KELLEY WILLIAM" />
 <figcaption>KELLEY WILLIAM</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: William Michael Kelley CHARGE(S): Felony possession of opiate / possession of marijuana<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220557127.jpeg" alt="KRONMILLER KADEN" />
 <figcaption>KRONMILLER KADEN</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Kaden Lee Kronmiller CHARGE(S): Felony PV criminal threat / DTP / assault X2 / DV battery / possession of marijuana<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220591694.jpeg" alt="LINTON PATRICIA.JPG" />
 <figcaption>LINTON PATRICIA.JPG</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Patricia Faye Linton CHARGE(S): Felony possession of opiate<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220609178.jpeg" alt="MARFISE EMILY.JPG" />
 <figcaption>MARFISE EMILY.JPG</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Emily Rose Marfise CHARGE(S): Felony FTA possession of opiate<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220631021.jpeg" alt="MCDOWELL TRISTIAN" />
 <figcaption>MCDOWELL TRISTIAN</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Tristian Pacey McDowell CHARGE(S): Felony PV possession of opiate X2<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220653488.jpeg" alt="MCMILLAN SHANE" />
 <figcaption>MCMILLAN SHANE</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Shane Douglas McMillan CHARGE(S): Felony PV flee and elude / reckless driving / DWS / no insurance / distribute heroin / criminal restraint / speeding<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220677836.jpeg" alt="POOLE ERIC" />
 <figcaption>POOLE ERIC</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Eric Lavon Poole CHARGE(S): Felony unlawful computer acts X2 / theft / criminal use of financial card X2<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220706090.jpeg" alt="RANDECKER ANDREA" />
 <figcaption>RANDECKER ANDREA</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Andrea Renee Randecker CHARGE(S): Felony burglary / theft / possession of opiate / distribution of heroin / paraphernalia / attempted aggravated burglary / damage to property<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220834565.jpeg" alt="SIMMONS KAIL.JPG" />
 <figcaption>SIMMONS KAIL.JPG</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:Kail Isaiah Simmons CHARGE(S): Felony PV possession of opiate / interference with LEO / possession of marijuana / DWS / criminal use of weapons<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220851633.jpeg" alt="SOWLES TIFFANY" />
 <figcaption>SOWLES TIFFANY</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Tiffany Ann Sowles CHARGE(S):Felony PV interference with LEO<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220867940.jpeg" alt="SULLIVAN SARA" />
 <figcaption>SULLIVAN SARA</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Sara Jayne Sullivan CHARGE(S): Felony burglary / forgery / theft / damage to property<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717853049133.jpeg" alt="Wesley, Charles Tyrone" />
 <figcaption>Wesley, Charles Tyrone</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Charles Tyrone Wesley CHARGE(S): Felony PV DUI X2 / traffic charges<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220884547.jpeg" alt="WHITLEY DESIREE" />
 <figcaption>WHITLEY DESIREE</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Desiree Elizabeth Whitley CHARGE(S): Felony DV battery / possession of opiate X2 / escape from custody<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728220920334.jpeg" alt="YOHE JEREMY.JPG" />
 <figcaption>YOHE JEREMY.JPG</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME: Jeremy Wayne Yohe CHARGE(S): Felony possession of opiate / flee and elude / paraphernalia / reckless driving / no insurance / no valid DL